Learn more about America’s first spies during the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s ride and April school vacation week! Stop by Old South Meeting House from 10am-3pm for Family Hours as we uncover the secret spy mission behind the infamous Midnight Ride or help General Washington free Boston from British control with our Spy Quest scavenger hunt. Enjoy music, coloring, books, dress up, and a variety of daily crafts, including:
Friday, April 18 → Tin Lantern & Tricorn Hat Making Craft
Tuesday, April 22 → Toy Horse & Unicorn Craft
Wednesday, April 23 → Tricorn Hat Making Craft
Thursday, April 24 → Lantern Suncatcher Craft
Friday, April 25 → Tricorn Hat Making Craft
Family hours are free with joint museum admission. Plus, children ages 12 and under receive free admission on Friday 4/18 and Monday 4/21 through Sunday 4/27.
The History of Children’s Hours at Old South Meeting House:
In 1883, Mary Hemenway spearheaded an ambitious educational program as part of the Old South Association’s mission. This program, which included essay contests, holiday ceremonies, child fairs, and musical offerings became known as Children’s Hours. Old South Lectures for Young People were also established in the summer of 1883 “as a means of promoting a more serious and intelligent attention to historical studies, especially studies in American history among the young people in Boston.” Today, the Old South Meeting House continues to educate the young people of Boston and remember Mary Hemenway’s mission through our Family Hours programming.